Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 28
... display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off the computer 73 Options for...
... display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off the computer 73 Options for...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 29
... computer 83 Moving the computer 83 Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 85 Computing tips 85 Using the keyboard 87 Character keys 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 87 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 88 Function keys 88 Special Windows® keys 88 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay...
... computer 83 Moving the computer 83 Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 85 Computing tips 85 Using the keyboard 87 Character keys 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 87 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 88 Function keys 88 Special Windows® keys 88 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 33
...conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 PC Card problems 190 Printer ...Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards ...
...conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 PC Card problems 190 Printer ...Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards ...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 34
34 Contents Sleep mode 215 Hibernation mode 216 Display modes 217 Display brightness 218 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............219 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 220 Changing screen resolution 221 Keyboard hot key functions 222 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 238
34 Contents Sleep mode 215 Hibernation mode 216 Display modes 217 Display brightness 218 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............219 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 220 Changing screen resolution 221 Keyboard hot key functions 222 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 238
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 42
... to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may restart your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. The first time you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that...
... to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may restart your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. The first time you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 43
...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 49) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 71) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 69) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 49) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 71) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 69) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 47
... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen...
... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 60
... partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
... partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 61
... information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save...
... information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 62
.... To delete the data and partitions from the hard disk. This may take several hours, depending on the size of your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete ...-This option deletes all of the data on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the hard disk-This option...
.... To delete the data and partitions from the hard disk. This may take several hours, depending on the size of your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete ...-This option deletes all of the data on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the hard disk-This option...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 63
.... 2 Select Recover to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1 GB increments. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the... C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all information on your keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the hard...
.... 2 Select Recover to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1 GB increments. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the... C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all information on your keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the hard...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 64
... the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to restart the computer. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. To recover your... key on page 59, to begin the restoration. 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen
... the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to restart the computer. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. To recover your... key on page 59, to begin the restoration. 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 65
... item(s) you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Getting Started 65 Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD operating status After restoring...side, slide your finger from right to left. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with your computer.
... item(s) you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Getting Started 65 Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD operating status After restoring...side, slide your finger from right to left. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with your computer.
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 71
...can purchase one to use one of the simultaneous modes, you prefer to your printer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. To make the connection, you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may come with your ... a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Getting Started 71 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using a mouse You may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Connecting a printer ...
...can purchase one to use one of the simultaneous modes, you prefer to your printer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. To make the connection, you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may come with your ... a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Getting Started 71 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using a mouse You may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Connecting a printer ...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 83
... damage the system. To keep your desk. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer...
... damage the system. To keep your desk. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 87
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. editing keys; Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase ... numeric keypad. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to emulate a full-size keyboard. Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the ...
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. editing keys; Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase ... numeric keypad. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to emulate a full-size keyboard. Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the ...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 88
... have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 212. For example, Fn+... ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button For more information, see your program documentation. 88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on ...
... have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 212. For example, Fn+... ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button For more information, see your program documentation. 88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on ...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 89
...the Fn key and press F11 again. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To turn the cursor control overlay on . This ...overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the...
...the Fn key and press F11 again. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To turn the cursor control overlay on . This ...overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 93
Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. Learning the Basics 93 Saving your work Saving files 1 In your program displays a Save As ...
Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. Learning the Basics 93 Saving your work Saving files 1 In your program displays a Save As ...
Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite A200/A205
Page 97
... drive Do not press the eject button or turn off inside the hole. When the disc tray is powered on certain models) located above the keyboard let you need to press the manual eject button located inside the computer and damage it. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to...
... drive Do not press the eject button or turn off inside the hole. When the disc tray is powered on certain models) located above the keyboard let you need to press the manual eject button located inside the computer and damage it. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to...